Silimkhowa - Kaliabor, Nagaon
Silimkhowa is a village situated in the Kaliabor subdivision of Nagaon district, Assam. Amguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silimkhowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silimkhowa is 284258. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.9 hectares and falls under the 782136 pincode. Tezpur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Silimkhowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaliabor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaziranga Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silimkhowa
As per Census 2011, Silimkhowa village has a total population of 619 people, consisting of 322 males and 297 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 306 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 26 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silimkhowa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 322 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 181 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 141 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Silimkhowa
Silimkhowa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Silimkhowa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Silimkhowa. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Silimkhowa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tezpur to Silimkhowa is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagaon to Silimkhowa is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silimkhowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silimkhowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Silimkhowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silimkhowa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silimkhowa
Where is Silimkhowa located?
Silimkhowa village is located in Kaliabor Subdivision, Nagaon district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silimkhowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Silimkhowa is Amguri.
What is the pincode of Silimkhowa?
The pincode of Silimkhowa is 782136.
What is the population of Silimkhowa?
Silimkhowa has a total population of 619, including 322 males and 297 females.
How many households are there in Silimkhowa?
There are 117 households in Silimkhowa.
What is the literacy rate in Silimkhowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silimkhowa is 49.43%. Male literacy is 56.21% and female literacy is 42.09%.